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Ascanio Sobrero

Italian chemist (1812-1888) · Italy · On the map · Scientists · Died at 75

Ascanio Sobrero was an Italian chemist, born in Casale Monferrato. He studied under Théophile-Jules Pelouze at the University of Turin, who had worked with the explosive material guncotton.

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Country
Italy
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1812 to 1888 · aged 75